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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,625

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $2,650

Lowest Total Invoice: $24,019

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $2,199

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimLimitedXLT
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Base Price $24,510 $24,870
Base Invoice $22,939 $23,222
Bluetooth cell phone link 360  
Engine-block heater 35 35
Package 203A   1,985
Cargo net   65
Chrome-clad alloy wheels   495
Bluetooth cell phone link 328  
Engine-block heater 32 30
Package 203A   1,686
Cargo net   34
Chrome-clad alloy wheels   421
Options (change) 395 2,580
Options (change) 360 2,171
Destination 720 825
Total Price $25,625 $28,275
Total Invoice $24,019 $26,218

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,180
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $836
Model Year20092012
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimLimitedXLT
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Engine180hp I4171hp I4
TransmissionA4A6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 680, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17225/65-17
Total Price$25,625$28,275
Adjustments for Features0-1,470
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$25,625$26,805
Total Invoice$24,019$26,218
Adjustments for Features0-1,363
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$24,019$24,855

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Features Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20092012
ModelPT CruiserEscape
TrimLimitedXLT
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
6-speed automatic $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Universal garage door opener$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150 
911 assist $25
Brake assist $50
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable$100 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rack $300
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Voice control for audio system $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Automatic headlights $125
Interior ambient lighting $150
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Removable second row seats$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,500$3,970
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,470
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,363

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20092012
ModelPT CruiserEscape
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.0 in103.1 in
Length168.9 in174.7 in
Width67.1 in71.1 in
Height65.2 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,148 lb.3,255 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.0 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.8 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room50.1 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.5 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.6 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room46.7 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom40.9 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.6 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		64.2 ft366.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. Ford Escape specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Escape XLT

Chrome-clad alloy wheels
FeatureValueRequested?
Chrome-clad alloy wheels250Yes
225/65R17 tires400No
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Package 203A
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Sunroof900Yes
Roof rack crossbars50No
Cargo cover75No
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Voice control for audio system25No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
USB port25No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Total Requested210079%
Total Not Requested55021%

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